2008 Infiniti M vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2008 Infiniti M and 2008 Volkswagen Touran were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 253 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 2008 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Infiniti M | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | M | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |